Isla Santibáñez

Isla Santibáñez
0.128 km²
Coastline: 1.592 km
Landform: Plains
0 / km²
UTC-04:00
Tree Cover: 94%
Shrubland

Welcome to Isla Santibáñez, a Polar island in the South Pacific Ocean, part of the majestic Pacific Ocean. This guide offers a comprehensive overview of what makes Isla Santibáñez unique – from its geography and climate to its population, infrastructure, and beyond. Dive into the details:

Geography and size of Isla Santibáñez

Size: 0.128 km²
Coastline: 1.6 km
Ocean: Pacific Ocean
Sea: South Pacific Ocean
Continent: South America

Isla Santibáñez is a Tiny Island spanning 0.128 km² with a coastline of 1.6 km.

Archipel:

Tectonic Plate: Scotia – Situated in the Southern Ocean, surrounding the Scotia Sea, between South America and Antarctica, known for the Scotia Arc and active seismicity.

The geographic heart of the island is pinpointed at these coordinates:
Latitude: -54.91729204 / Longitude: -68.36662726

Climate and weather of Isla Santibáñez

Climate Zone: Polar
Climate Details: Tundra
Temperature: Cold

Climate Characteristics: The tundra climate features long, extremely cold winters and short, cool summers. Vegetation is limited to mosses, lichens, and small shrubs due to the low temperatures and short growing seasons. Biodiversity is low, but some specialized species thrive.

Topography and nature of Isla Santibáñez

Timezone: UTC-04:00
Timezone places: America/La_Paz
Max. Elevation: 12 m
Mean Elevation: -10 m
Vegetation: Shrubland
Tree Coverage: 94%

The mean elevation is -10 m. The highest elevation on the island reaches approximately 12 meters above sea level. The island is characterized by Plains: Flat, low-lying lands characterized by a maximum elevation of up to 200 meters. On islands, plains are typically coastal lowlands or central flat areas.

Dominating Vegetation: Shrubland
Dominated by shrubs and small bushes, these areas are typical in dry, rocky, or sandy environments, as well as in regions with poor soil fertility. Isla Santibáñez has a tree cover of 94 %.

Vegetation: 1 vegetation zones – Minimal Diversity Island
These islands exhibit the most basic level of ecological diversity, often characterized by a single dominant vegetation type. This could be due to extreme environmental conditions, limited land area, or significant human impact. They represent unique ecosystems where specific species have adapted to thrive in these singular environments.

Infrastructure and Travelling to Isla Santibáñez

Does the island have a public airport? no.
There is no public and scheduled airport on Isla Santibáñez. The nearest airport is Malvinas Argentinas Airport, located 11 km away.

Does the island have a major port? no.
There are no major ports on Isla Santibáñez. The closest major port is USHUAIA, approximately 13 km away.

The mean population of Isla Santibáñez is 0 per km². Isla Santibáñez is Uninhabited. The island belongs to Chile.

Continuing your journey, Milne Edwards is the next notable island, situated merely km away.

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Chile is classified as Emerging region: G20: Group of Twenty – Major economies comprising both developed and emerging countries, representing the world’s largest economies. The level of income is Upper middle income.

News – Latest Updates and Headlines from Isla Santibáñez

Stay informed with the most recent news and important headlines from Isla Santibáñez. Here’s a roundup of the latest developments.

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Please note: The data used here has been primarily extracted from satellite readings. Deviations from exact values may occur, particularly regarding the height of elevations and population density. Land area and coastline measurements refer to average values at mean high tide.

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